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Abacus vs FunTranslations Braille API

If you need a Development API that's easy to integrate, go with Abacus.

Abacus

Free and simple counting service. You can use it to track page hits and specific events

FunTranslations Braille API

Braille conversion API on the cloud. Translate from English text to Braille and get Braille results suitable for many display types.[Click here to subscribe](http://funtranslations.com/api/braille)

Abacus

  • No authentication required
  • HTTPS supported
  • CORS enabled for frontend use

FunTranslations Braille API

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported
FeatureAbacusFunTranslations Braille API
AuthenticationNoneapiKey
HTTPSYesYes
CORSYesUnknown

When to use which?

Abacus is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. Abacus works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.